Nearly half of men (45%) say it is difficult to maintain an exercise routine after becoming a father, though 45% say they have become more health conscious since having children, according to Procter & Gamble. Nearly four in 10 new fathers (38%) also have difficulty maintaining friendships.
Among men aged 18-29 who become fathers:
• 51% say it is difficult to maintain friendships;
• 34% have a hard time eating healthy; and
• 26% have trouble going to routine doctor’s appointments.
Among men aged 30 or older who become fathers:
• 36% say it is difficult to maintain friendships;
• 28% have a hard time eating healthy; and
• 16% have trouble going to routine doctor’s appointments.
Source: “Manofthehouse.com Survey,” Procter & Gamble, Jeannie Tharrington, 1 Procter & Gamble Plz., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 513-698-4607; tharrington.jm@pg.com; www.pg.com. Price: Call for information.
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